33 comments on “Canigao Island”

1. canigao girl on Aug 27, 2010 at 7:22 pm said:

   wow so beautiful….I really like canigao!!
   Nice post dp:)
2. rhenz2x on Sep 15, 2010 at 3:33 am said:

   Canigao is an islet for public recreational destination… it has a relaxing atmosphere and inexpensive place for fun..
   myriad people appreciated its scenic view and wished to be there again for it brought most of their unforgettable moments..
   moreover, it became the ‘talk of the town’ especially for those who have been there and for those who are planning to visit it..
   thus, I’m proud to be Matalomnon!!!
3. tin on Nov 5, 2010 at 9:06 pm said:

   very useful,,, great,, thanx
4. mark on Jun 25, 2011 at 2:23 am said:

   Hello…. Im from Victoria, Australia currently staying with my wife at brgy luna near dolores Ormoc city where we also built a concrete home. maybe close to where you claim to have built not far from Tonganan Geothermal.
   Do you still live in this area?
   Just curious to share some notes as my wife and I visit Ormoc often.
   We are impressed by your comprehensive website on the Philippines. You are obviously blessed with travel opportunities. A truly wonderful experience for you especially being married to a filipina.
   Regards,

   Mark and Lea
5. mae ann cello on Jun 26, 2011 at 9:40 pm said:

   hi,can i ask if there is any tents for rent there?if there is, how much is the rent and where can we find it?
6. dutchpickle on Jun 27, 2011 at 10:04 am said:

   Hello mae,

   I did not see any tents available for rent on Canigao Island but maybe they have a few. The campers that I saw all brought their own along.

   The nipas on the beach are also available for overnite rentals. There is also one tree house for rent – pretty cool :)

   Canigao is really cool :)

   dp
7. Ruth on Aug 25, 2011 at 11:21 pm said:

   Hi! Just wanna ask some updates of the price if there’s any. am planning to visit there in December or January and stay overnight with the whole family. Thank you very much for this site, it helps a lot.
8. dutchpickle on Aug 26, 2011 at 5:52 am said:

   Hello Ruth,

   They will probably be busy during the Christmas season so you might want to try to book in advance. Accommodation is limited on Canigao Island . They are basically nipas with benches along the walls.

   have fun

   dp
9. ann on Nov 12, 2011 at 12:23 am said:

   From Tacloban, it takes 3 hours to reach Matalom, the gateway to Canigao Island. A small island with white sand and great sunset view, and the cheap destination for a quick weekend getaway.
10. dutchpickle on Nov 12, 2011 at 2:56 am said:

    Hello ann

    Thanks for the info : )

    I agree – Canigao Island is a great weekend get away !

    dp
11. marjane uybines on Feb 7, 2012 at 9:26 am said:

    .hellow,,,just asking if we can stay canigao island with couple of living,,,really i am married with an american and he point out canigao to our honeymoon,,,,waiting your comeback.
12. dutchpickle on Feb 7, 2012 at 10:40 am said:

    Hello marjane,

    There are some simple places that you can stay overnight but they are not very comfortable. The cr and showers are in the other building. I stayed in one of the nipas with my girlfriend over night but it was not very comfortable. She did get a signal for her wi-fi and was happy to do her facebook from Canigao.Island – very funny to me

    Some people take tents and are permitted to camp on the grounds also.

    I suggest that you just arrive in the morning and bring along some food. Have a nice picnic and do some swimming and then go back to shore in the afternoon. Just let the boatman know about your intentions.

    It is a beautiful walk to go around the entire island. Some fishermen keep their boats on the back side and you can sometimes buy fish to grill from them.

    enjoy !

    dp
13. marjane uybines on Feb 18, 2012 at 5:49 am said:

    is there any contacts if ever we have to reserve a cottage?
14. dutchpickle on Feb 18, 2012 at 7:40 am said:

    Hello marjane

    I think it is first come first served – but I am not sure. Most people only use the nipas for day trips only. It does not seem that many visitors stay overnight.

    dp
15. kaycee on Mar 4, 2012 at 11:00 pm said:

    can we stay overnight in the island?

    and can we ask some info about the fare’s in pump boat and cottage?

    thank you
16. keisha j on Mar 5, 2012 at 8:11 am said:

    is someone in here has a contact number in any of the caretakers canigao island? is there also a room where we can stay overnight and how much would that be? and how many person can stay onthat room? is there a private cr as well?
17. dutchpickle on Mar 5, 2012 at 8:33 pm said:

    Hello Kaycee,

    I have stayed overnight in Nipas and paid 200 pesos for that option. If you rent them for the day it is 300 pesos. They are kinda uncomfortable to spend the night in because you have to sleep on the wooden benches.

    At the time the pump boats charged 450 pesos to run your group to the island and back but I do not have the current fare.

    Some people camp on the beach in tents and there are a few other options. It seems that everything is first come first served so it might be hard to get what you want on busy weekends.

    Canigao is great for swimming !

    enjoy
    dp
18. dutchpickle on Mar 5, 2012 at 8:36 pm said:

    Hello keisha j,

    I do not think that there are private crs available but the ones they have are pretty good – also there are showers.

    I do not think that the caretakers care how many people share your room. They are very simple nipas so you might want to check it out one one time before making bigger plans.

    Try a day trip first : )

    dp
19. marjane on Apr 3, 2012 at 10:55 pm said:

    i just wanna ask if there is a trip for tomorrow bcoz its holiday.
    waiting your reply.
20. dutchpickle on Apr 4, 2012 at 9:49 pm said:

    Hello marjane,

    I think that there will be several trips and it will likely be crowded on Canigao Island beaches he he.

    have fun

    dp
21. darling on Apr 8, 2012 at 11:23 pm said:

    hi, just wanted to ask where is the closest way to get to canigao if we’re from cebu city ? what places should we pass by first ? thank you .. :) id appreciate your response ..
22. dutchpickle on Apr 9, 2012 at 12:57 pm said:

    Hello darling

    Try to get the pump boat from Matalom.

    On Leyte – Matalom is a bit north of Maasin. I would try to pick up some food and snacks in advance – there are very limited supplies on Canigao Island itself.

    From what direction would you be arriving?

    dp
23. betty on May 17, 2012 at 4:50 am said:

    Hi! may i ask where can we get the telephone number here in Canigao Island?
24. dutchpickle on May 17, 2012 at 9:07 am said:

    Hi betty

    …what place in Canigao?

    dp
25. haze quizan on May 18, 2012 at 3:41 am said:

    canigao island is a beautiful place and relaxing…
26. liezel on Jul 14, 2012 at 10:50 am said:

    Hi! may i ask where can we get the telephone number here in Canigao Island?thanks
27. dutchpickle on Jul 16, 2012 at 12:44 pm said:

    Hello liezel

    I do not know of a contact number for Canigao Island – dp

    Several caretakers stay on the island but I think most reservations are on a first come first served basis.

    I have seen several groups staying in tents that members brought with them and it seemed to work out well for them. There is a shower, cr and changing room in the building located on Canigao. The waters here are very very nice and a trip to this island will always be remembered.

    enjoy!
28. edmund on Jul 31, 2012 at 12:53 am said:

    …yes!!! 101% Canigao island is great place for relaxing and unwined especially if you’re from highly urbanized area ! enjoy the inexpensive trip with un-artificial resort with extraordinary very-very crystal clear sea, white sand and very pleasant people.

    Things to bring(:
    - food stuff (not so plenty in the canteen)
    - drinks (lesser if you buy it before going there)
    - if you have extra tents could be more pleasurable
    - toiletress, hygiene etc (sometimes not available in the area although toilet & showers are there)

    Enjoy!!!!

    edmund z.
29. edmund on Jul 31, 2012 at 12:59 am said:

    Darling,

    If you’re from Cebu like me, the nearest port to go to Canigao.

    Options:
    Cebu – Maasin City
    Cebu – Bato Leyte
    Cebu – Hilongos

    Canigao is located in Matalom Leyte in between with Maasin in the south and bato/hilongos in the north.

    edmund z.
30. dutchpickle on Aug 3, 2012 at 6:00 pm said:

    Hello Edmund,

    thanks for your comment and suggestions

    I agree about the tent for sure – less bugs ha ha :)

    Also bring plenty of food and drinks as you say.

    The showers are quite nice !

    I have bought fish from the fishermen on the far side of the island and the boys grilled them up for me – marasa !

    Canigao is a real hidden gem – I really like it 2 !

    dp
31. dutchpickle on Aug 3, 2012 at 6:00 pm said:

    …excellent advice above !

    thank you edmund

    dp
32. edmund on Aug 7, 2012 at 1:12 am said:

    hi dp,

    ….i agree..it’s so really great to experienced in canigao island…. the sea is so cold even in summer!..we have plenty of beaches in mactan but canigao is different…you’ll be overwhelmed by the whitesand brought by nature. Imagine having there in a small island in the middle of the ocean…. it’s utterly an splendid experience! very unique and one of a kind!

    To: LGU – Matalom

    - It’s only a sort of suggestion, hope we could continue to preserve the place, ensure hygiene, security & safety measures of local & foreign tourist.

    To: Dept of tourism

    - Your dept will be so vital to help improve and promote Canigao Island to be listed as one of the tourist destination in the country.

    ..tnx to the owner/moderator of this page. u’r doing a great job!!

    edmund z.
33. gemah on Mar 4, 2013 at 9:59 pm said:

    Hello! can i ask for the number ba na pwede i-contact para malaman kung may vacant pa.. were planning to go there before holy week.. please PM me..